Short & Evening Courses

Pinellas Technical College provides a variety of short courses that facilitate individuals, groups and institutions in meeting their near-term career, educational, and personal goals. Click "About Us" to learn more.


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Course provides students the skills required to effectively provide CPR, AED, and First Aid in emergency situations.


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This 32 hour course provides advanced maneuvering and navigational experience for FAA 107-Certified UAS Operators.


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The sky's the limit for opportunities in the drone industry. Become an FAA Certified Drone Pilot with this FAA Drone Certification Test Prep course. Students will train for Remote Pilot Certification- Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (SUAS).


October 17, 2023 to December 21, 2023, PTC St. Petersburg Campus
January 9, 2024 to March 7, 2024, PTC St. Petersburg Campus
March 19, 2024 to May 16, 2024, PTC St. Petersburg Campus
May 21, 2024 to July 11, 2024, PTC St. Petersburg Campus
In this program, learners will focus on safe and effective operation of a Dozier, while applying correct operational techniques recommended by industry experts. Learners will practice in the virtual environment and should repeat exercises until mastered. Corresponding materials are presented along with each exercise, including quizzes and tests. Throughout the material, learners can build on knowledge and skills from previous lessons and exercises.


January 9, 2024 to July 11, 2024, PTC St. Petersburg Campus
This high-tech, equipment-specific course utilizes hybrid training for students to learn the essential skills needed to safely and effectively operate a medium-sized tracked CaterpillerŪ Hydraulic Excavator. Students go from zero-to ready with a combination of hands-on training in CaterpillarŪ Simulators and self-paced online curriculum.


August 8, 2023 to December 21, 2023, PTC St. Petersburg Campus
January 9, 2024 to July 11, 2024, PTC St. Petersburg Campus
This high-tech, equipment-specific course utilizes hybrid training for students to learn the essential skills needed to safely and effectively operate a CaterpillerŪ Small Wheel Loader. Students go from zero-to ready with a combination of hands-on training in CaterpillerŪ Simulators and self-paced online curriculum.


January 9, 2024 to July 11, 2024, PTC St. Petersburg Campus
IV Therapy for Licensed Practical Nurses is a 30 hour class that provides the completer to administer IV therapy to patients.


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No matter where you are in your business or professional development journey, this course will give you the tools you need to be successful on multiple social media platforms.


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DCF approved course used to obtain the Staff or Director Credential Renewal. This course prepares students to renew the requirements for the state administrator credential coursework. Students must successfully complete the 45 hours of distance (online) learning course work in order to be eligible for the Staff or Director Credential Renewal.


October 2, 2023 to November 3, 2023, PTC St. Petersburg Campus, BLDG 1, RM 009
January 22, 2024 to February 23, 2024, PTC St. Petersburg Campus, BLDG 1, RM 009
March 18, 2024 to April 19, 2024, PTC St. Petersburg Campus, BLDG 1, RM 009
May 20, 2024 to June 21, 2024, PTC St. Petersburg Campus, BLDG 1, RM 009